Mission and objectivesUN-Habitat is the United Nations program working for a better urban future. Its mission is to promote the socially and environmentally sustainable development of human settlements and access to decent housing for all.
ContextThis volunteer assignment is supported by the Swiss Embassy in Tunisia as part of an initiative in partnership with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program to enhance youth inclusion, with a focus on the inclusion of young people with disabilities (2024-2026). Therefore, applications from young people with disabilities who meet the required qualifications are strongly encouraged. The UN Volunteer will serve as a GIS engineer within the Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure in Tunis. The Ministry is committed to promoting sustainable urban development and enhancing the quality of built environments in urban areas across Tunisia.
Task DescriptionUnder the direct supervision of the Director of Urban Water Management Studies at the Ministry, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: - Manage and update digital geographic data relevant to urban flood risk. - Assist in developing planning maps and analytical GIS layers. - Support integration of GIS tools into planning workflows.
Competencies and values- Accountability - Adaptability and Flexibility - Building Trust - Commitment to Continuous Learning - Communication - Creativity - Ethics and Values - Integrity - Knowledge Sharing - Planning and Organizing - Professionalism - Technological Awareness - Vision - Working in Teams.
Living conditions and remarksWhile the local office and workspace strive to maintain accessibility standards, there are some areas for improvement. Currently, there are no braille signs available to assist visually impaired individuals in navigation. Additionally, restroom facilities do not have grab bars installed. However, the office remains wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators provided for mobility support. The workspace is well-lit and free from physical barriers, ensuring ease of movement within the premises. Efforts are underway to address these deficiencies and enhance accessibility for all volunteers, including those with disabilities. UN Youth Volunteer gets the following package: • Volunteer Living Allowance (around 1788.53 TND./Month) • Entry Lump-Sum = USD 400 (one-time payment paid in TND) • Comprehensive coverage for health, life and malicious acts for the UN Volunteer only. • Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment) TND 186.3 for each month served, paid on completion of contract. • Access to UNV E-Campus for training and learning including access to LinkedIn learning. Additional information available at: • https://app.unv.org/calculator • https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service